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Old Jun 11, 2019 | 09:28 PM
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Wondering how difficult it is to remove and replace the lower rear bumper panel on the C7.
It looks like there are just a few bolts on the bottom (each side) and a couple in the license plate cut out.
If anyone has some experience, please let me know.
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Old Jun 11, 2019 | 09:36 PM
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Here's the DIY from the Forum. There is some confusion so I suggest you read at least through post 25:

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-fascia-2.html
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will do
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Thanks for the link to that thread. Saved it should I ever need to removed that part on my car.
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Like most of the panels on these cars the removal of that one is very easy to do ad would probably take about 10-15 min to do with basic hand tools.

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The clips on the bottom corners can be a little tricky, but otherwise straightforward removal. I’ve done it 3 times now. Use plastic tool to remove the rear reflectors or they’ll get scratched. No need to jack the car up either. Link provided is a great reference.
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BTW, the links were helpful. It was less than a two hour job, even at a repair shop.
I gave them the detailed links with the full instructions.
Thanks to Rick T
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